The National Institute of Advanced Nursing Education and Research (NIANER) held a scientific seminar on the most recent developments in nursing education and practice.
The event, hosted in NIANER's cutting-edge facilities, brought together nursing professionals, researchers, educators, and policymakers to explore critical advancements in nursing practice through research and innovation, read a press release.
Established in 2016 with grant aid support from the government of the Republic of Korea and implemented by Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), NIANER has emerged as the premier institution for nursing education in Bangladesh.
With a commitment to quality and innovation, NIANER continues to be at the forefront of initiatives to enhance nursing practice and education in Bangladesh and has been attracting nursing students from abroad.
The chief guest of the seminar Maqsura Noor, NDC, additional secretary and director general of DGNM highlighted NIANER’s pioneering role in advancing research-based nursing education in Bangladesh.
Speaking as the special guest, Kang, Hyun Suh, deputy country director of KOICA Bangladesh and Bhutan office underscored the importance of investing in nursing education and training to achieve sustainable healthcare outcomes.

Nearly 15 nursing students across the country presented their research findings on contemporary concerns related to nursing care while the main research paper was presented by Prof Dr Syed Abdul Hamid from the health economics department of Dhaka University.

Prof Dr Debabrata Banik, nursing dean of BSMMU;  Md Abdul Quader, joint secretary, Medical Education & Family Welfare Division; Md Nasir Uddin, deputy secretary and registrar of BNM; Dr Taslima Begum, director of NIANER were present among others in the seminar.